Serving 190 students in grades 6-8, Shannon Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shannon Middle School's student population of 190 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
190 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Shannon Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shannon Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#557 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
61%
45%
White
30%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shannon Middle School's ranking?
Shannon Middle School is ranked #557 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Shannon Middle School?
190 students attend Shannon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Shannon Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shannon Middle School?
Shannon Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Shannon Middle School offer ?
Shannon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shannon Middle School part of?
Shannon Middle School is part of Lee County School District.
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